Waitomo Glowworm Caves

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:cave
gptkbp:accessibility guided tours only
gptkbp:activities guided tours
boat tours
gptkbp:associated_with Maori culture
gptkbp:cave_accessibility_features guided tours for all ages
gptkbp:cave_cultural_significance important to local heritage
gptkbp:cave_photography_tips best at night
gptkbp:cave_system gptkb:visitor_center
trained professionals
unique ecosystems
extensive
up to 100 meters
available year-round
educational programs available
popular activity
important for biodiversity
wheelchair accessible areas
focus on eco-friendly practices
studied by scientists
popular among visitors
show cave
various species of insects
emergency procedures in place
natural glow from glowworms
immersive and unique
approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour
significant to local Maori
special tours during holidays
gptkbp:cave_visitor_feedback generally positive reviews
gptkbp:climate subtropical
gptkbp:contains stalactites
stalagmites
underground rivers
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:Fred_Mace
1887
gptkbp:environment gptkb:landscape_architecture
gptkbp:features glowworms
gptkbp:formed gptkb:limestone
gptkbp:geological_features over 30 million years
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Waitomo Glowworm Caves
gptkbp:inspiration art and literature
gptkbp:length approximately 10 kilometers
gptkbp:location gptkb:Waitomo,_New_Zealand
gptkbp:managed_by gptkb:Waitomo_Caves_Discovery_Centre
gptkbp:notable_for bioluminescent glowworms
gptkbp:open_to_public 1900
gptkbp:part_of Waitomo Caves area
gptkbp:safety_measures life jackets provided
gptkbp:surrounding_area native bush
gptkbp:type gptkb:tourist_attraction
gptkbp:visitors_per_year over 250,000
gptkbp:water_source gptkb:Ruakuri_Stream
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Ruakuri_Cave
gptkb:Waitomo_District
gptkb:North_Island_of_New_Zealand
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6